Geography and Environment : Belize

The most important source for bibliography of books and articles concerning Belize is the annual Handbook of Latin American Studies (http://lcweb2.loc.gov/hlas/) produced by over 130 contributing editors under the editorship of the Hispanic Division of the Library of Congress. Additional coverage of journal articles can be found through a subscription to the Hispanic American Periodical Index (http://hapi.gseis.ucla.edu/).   Both the Handbook and HAPI are available in selected libraries in book form.   One of the major aggregators for links to a wide variety of subjects relating to Belize is the University of Texas' LANIC (http://www.lanic.utexas.edu/la/ca/belize/).

BELIZE BASIC FACTS  (http://www.nationbynation.com/Belize/index.html)
Nation by Nation.com, a service of MultiEducator, Inc., presents basic facts about Belize. These facts cover such topics as the geography, government, and history of the country.

BELIZE BY NATURALIGHT  (http://www.belizenet.com/)
Presents information on Belize, provided by Naturalight Productions. Offers an overview of Belize, including information on geography, climate, rainfall, languages, currency, health services, taxes, and visas. Provides information on lodging, restaurants, and diving and fishing activities. Contains an index of tour operators and a calendar of events. Highlights photographs taken from around Belize. Links to the Belize Zoo and the Belize Audubon Society.

BELIZE GEOGRAPHY   (http://www.photius.com/wfb2000/countries/belize/belize%5Fgeography.html)
This country profile of Belize includes information on the country's geography, population, government, economy, communications systems, transportation systems, military forces, and transnational issues. The profile offers access to an image of the flag. Photius Coutsoukis provides the profile as a service of Information Technology Associates, and notes that the 2000 CIA World Factbook is the source of the information.

BELIZE: THE VIRTUAL GUIDE  (http://www.belizenet.com/guide/ma/mahp.html)
"Belize:The Virtual Guide" offers an overview of the country of Belize, with emphasis on its geography, ancient history, government, Mayan ruins, and more. Naturalight Productions Ltd. provides the information online.

TRAVELBELIZE.ORG: CATCH THE ADVENTURE  (http://www.travelbelize.org/)
Presents the official Web site of the Belize Tourism Board in Belize City, published by NATURALIGHT Productions. Provides an overview of the country's history, culture, geography, and government. Features tourist activities and travel tips.